Caregiver, Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Jobtailor; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Indiana is seeking an in-home care aide to provide essential personal care, mobility support, meal preparation, and companionship to elderly or disabled clients in their homes.

The role requires CPR/First Aid certification before first client contact, strong communication, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Compassion and dependability are essential to deliver quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR and First Aid certification required prior to first client contact.
• Experience caring for elderly or disabled preferred.
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation to travel to client homes.
• Ability to lift, stand, bend, and assist clients as needed (up to 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support including bathing, grooming and hygiene.
• Assist clients with mobility, transfers and daily living activities.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed.
• Perform housekeeping, laundry, and household tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to improve quality of life.
• Assist with errands, grocery shopping, and transportation to appointments when applicable.
• Promote a safe, comfortable environment for each client.

Skills

Personal Care

Mobility Support

Meal Preparation

Housekeeping

Laundry Tasks

Errand Assistance

Client Transportation

Companionship

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Provide personal care support, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance
• Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and daily living activities
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed
• Perform housekeeping, laundry, and household tasks
• Provide companionship and emotional support to improve quality of life
• Assist with errands, grocery shopping, and transportation to appointments when applicable
• Promote a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment for each client

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current CPR and First Aid certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required prior to first client contact
• Experience providing care to elderly or disabled individuals preferred (professional or personal experience)
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable transportation to travel to client homes
• Ability to lift, stand, bend, and assist clients as needed (up to 50 pounds)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing personal care support, including assistance with daily living activities, mobility, and emotional support for clients. Holds essential certifications in CPR and First Aid, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for elderly or disabled individuals.

Hard Skills

• Personal Care Assistance
• Mobility Support
• Meal Preparation
• Housekeeping
• Laundry Tasks
• Errand Assistance
• Client Transportation

Soft Skills

• Compassionate
• Patient
• Dependable
• Interpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPR Certification
• First Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

• Elderly Care
• Disabled Individuals Support
• Daily Living Activities
• Quality of Life Improvement